Learner Reviews & Feedback for What is Data Science? by IBM

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About the Course

Do you want to know why data science has been labeled the sexiest profession of the 21st century? After taking this course, you will be able to answer this question, understand what data science is and what data scientists do, and learn about career paths in the field. The art of uncovering insights and trends in data has been around since ancient times. The ancient Egyptians used census data to increase efficiency in tax collection and accurately predicted the Nile River's flooding every year. Since then, people have continued to use data to derive insights and predict outcomes. Recently, they have carved out a unique and distinct field for the work they do. This field is data science. In today's world, we use Data Science to find patterns in data and make meaningful, data-driven conclusions and predictions. This course is for everyone and teaches concepts like how data scientists use machine learning and deep learning and how companies apply data science in business. You will meet several data scientists, who will share their insights and experiences in data science. By taking this introductory course, you will begin your journey into this thriving field....

Top reviews

Feb 9, 2023

I love how beginner-friendly this course is. I did not have to panic about not following any lecture since I am new to this field. I know this is the first course but I'm loving it already. <<33

Sep 10, 2019

Very learning experience, I am a beginner in DS, but the instructors in this course simplified the contents that made me I could easily understand, tools and materials were very helpful to start with.

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By YK P

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Mar 15, 2020

Very complete and passionate intro to the field. Recommended

By Raul O

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Mar 8, 2020

Very informative and easy to follow. Definitely recommended!

By Katie D

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Jan 17, 2020

Fun and easy concepts for an introduction into Data Science.

By Amar D K

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Dec 31, 2019

Best course which provides great foundation of Data science.

By Juan S V I

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Dec 5, 2019

A greatful experience in course 1, hope the same in course 2

By Yassine A

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Nov 10, 2019

Excellent and insightful introduction to data science basics

By Ana C L P

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Oct 24, 2019

It's a good course to understand what data science is about.

By Felix E E

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Oct 17, 2019

The course is simple, straight to the point and interesting.

By Momynkulov Z

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Aug 29, 2019

Its good course to know basic knowledge about "Data Science"

By Neha s

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Aug 26, 2019

My concepts of Data Science are cleared through this course.

By Girish P B

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Jun 13, 2019

This was an awesome introduction for Data science beginners

By Nikhil K

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May 25, 2019

It gave a perfect introduction to the world of Data Science.

By Deleted A

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Mar 28, 2019

This course gave me better understanding about data science.

By Peter G

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Mar 3, 2019

Very Easy to understand. Complex concepts made rather simple

By Shashank J

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Feb 23, 2019

Great Course! Now i know most everything about data science.

By Yijun

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Feb 10, 2019

Peer review is really helpful as I feel like I am not alone.

By Natalie N

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Dec 17, 2018

Very easy for follow course for those without IT background

By Steve H

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Oct 12, 2018

Nice introduction and overview of the field of Data Science.

By Hitanghu M M

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May 7, 2025

I have learnt a lot from this course. It was worthy taking.

By hoho a

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Jan 1, 2025

it is a great and had the all information a beginner needed

By Hamdi E

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Dec 9, 2024

The course became heavier and rich and full of information.

By hareesh n

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Nov 8, 2024

very good explanation how the person to be a data scientist

By Alba G G R

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Aug 31, 2024

Aprendi mucho....se incluyen conceptos muy relevantes en el

By Francisca G M

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Jul 28, 2024

Es un curso muy ameno y eso hace que no pierdas el interés.

By wajih p

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Jul 23, 2024

It makes my life one step forward in my data science career